Astronomy and Astrophysics Library: Manufacture, Testing, Alignment, Modern Techniques

Wilson, Raymond N.

This volume is concerned essentially with the modern developments in reflecting telescope optics. In the last twenty years, modern technology has revolutionized not only manufacturing and test procedures but also the whole area of quality specification with the introduction of active control into the functioning telescope. Other subjects covered here are alignment of telescope optics, atmospheric optics, including adaptive optics, reflecting coatings and ancillary equipment (adapters and baffles). Although an independent work, Vol. II is heavily cross-referenced with Vol. I. It is richly illustrated and gives, together with Vol. I, the most complete list of references available; it can also therefore be regarded as a source book.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 1999-02-18

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783540603566

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-662-08488-5

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 557